Argentina (officially Argentine Republic) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 46,735,004 people, it ranks #33 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 2,780,400 km² (#9 globally), with a population density of 17 people per km². The capital city is Buenos Aires. The official languages are Guaraní, Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
46,735,004
#33 world ranking
Area
2,780,400 km²
#9 world ranking
Population Density
17/km²
Capital
Buenos Aires
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-03:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
Currency
- Argentine peso ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Brazil
Chile
Bolivia
Paraguay
UruguayCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Argentina?
The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires.
What is the population of Argentina?
Argentina has a population of 46,735,004 people, ranking #33 in the world by population.
How big is Argentina?
Argentina covers an area of 2,780,400 km², ranking #9 in the world by area. The population density is 17 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Argentina?
The official languages of Argentina are: Guaraní, Spanish.
What is the currency of Argentina?
The currency of Argentina is Argentine peso ($).
What countries border Argentina?
Argentina shares borders with 5 countries: Brazil, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay.